Life Science
What are the two main groups of animals based on their backbones?
Vertebrates and invertebrates?
What is the process that wears away rocks and soil, shaping the Earth's surface?
Erosion?
What kind of change is it when water freezes? (chemical or physical)
A physical change
Are you going to pass the Science GMAS
YES
Name 1 vertebrate (animal with backbone).
Fish, amphibians, reptiles, bird, or mammals
Which type of plant produces seeds: moss or a tree?
A tree?
Name a surface feature caused by a constructive process.
A mountain, a volcano, or a delta.
What kind of change produces a new substance, like when wood burns?
A chemical change
How many units were there in 5th grade Science?
7 Units
An animal without a backbone is called...
An invertebrate?
Name one characteristic that animals inherit from their parents.
Possible answers - Eye color, fur/hair color, size/ height or wings/claws etc.
What kind of technology helps predict earthquakes?
A seismograph?
Is glass a conductor or an insulator of electricity?
An insulator
What topic is covered the most on GMAS?
Life science - Cells, Microorganisms, Classification & Heredity (42% of the questions)
What is the last Science unit we studied?
Heredity
What tool do we need to see cells?
A microscope
How are sand dunes formed?
Caused by wind blowing sand into piles (small hills)
What type of electricity can you create by rubbing a balloon on your hair?
Static electricity
When is the 5th grade Science GMAS test this year?
May 7, 2026
Missing lyric: Cells, Cells, they're made of organelles, try to pull a fast one the _____________ gels.
Cytoplasm
Name one way microorganisms are helpful.
Food Production: bread, cheese, yogurt, and wine.
Medicine Manufacturing: antibiotics (like penicillin), vitamins, and vaccines.
Environmental Cleanup: break down pollutants, waste, and oil spills to clean the environment.
Nutrient Cycling: decomposers, breaking down dead organic matter.
Name one way humans limit the impact of destructive processes like floods.
Dams, levees, flood barriers (sand bags) and use of flood plains
How does the purpose of a magnet differ from an electromagnet?
A magnet is permanent, while an electromagnet is temporary and can be turned on and off.
How many essay questions are on the Science GMAS?
What are 0 questions? All are multiple choice, multi-select, or technology questions.
Name of the Northwood Mascot?
The Explorer (The Biplane became a secondary symbol carrying the Explorer)